Mastering the Art of Recruitment: Lessons from David Perry's 1600+ Executive Placements Part 1 artwork
The Elite Recruiter Podcast

Mastering the Art of Recruitment: Lessons from David Perry's 1600+ Executive Placements Part 1

  • S1E101
  • 48:21
  • September 27th 2023

Mastering the Art of Recruitment: Lessons from David Perry's 1600+ Executive Placements Part 1

Welcome to The Elite Recruiter Podcast! In this episode, host Benjamin Mena is joined by the renowned recruiter, David Perry, who shares valuable insights and lessons from his vast experience in executive recruitment. Tune in as David discusses his impressive record of 1600+ executive placements, with only 6 fallout, and introduces an exciting new website built by and for recruiters.

In this engaging conversation, Benjamin reflects on his own achievements and finds inspiration in David's success. Despite feeling ordinary compared to industry giants, Benjamin discovers the value in being the one asking questions rather than being the one questioned.

Next, Benjamin underlines the significance of featuring industry leaders on podcasts, providing them with additional recognition and visibility. He urges recruiters to put in the work, from making calls and sending emails to reaching out via LinkedIn. Benjamin also presents alternative methods for business and candidate development, suggesting that stepping outside traditional approaches can yield great results.

Inspired by David's feats in the industry, Benjamin encourages recruiters to put themselves out there, just as David has done with his books, articles, and news features. It's all about celebrating successes, sharing them with others, and embracing self-promotion.

Stay tuned for Part 2 of this thought-provoking episode, where David Perry delves even deeper into the art and mastery of recruitment. Don't miss out on the invaluable lessons and insights he has to offer.

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The Elite Recruiter Podcast

The Elite Recruiter Podcast is the number one podcast for recruiting professionals.

This is where the top recruiters share:  How they got there. What kind of work did it take. Tips, Tools, and Tricks. The Mindset needed to get them to where they are. What they are doing with their success. Goals and visions for the future. So please join me on this journey as I interview some of the best in our industry.

Benjamin Mena

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Meet the Hosts

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Benjamin Mena
Host

Benjamin Mena is the founder of Select Source Solutions and the host of The Elite Recruiter Podcast — one of the top global podcasts for agency and executive recruiters. With over a decade of experience placing top talent in the government contracting (GovCon) and cleared space, Ben brings a no-BS approach to the business of recruiting.

Each week, he interviews high-performing recruiters, agency owners, and industry innovators to uncover the real stories behind their success. From six-figure solo producers to million-dollar billers and AI-powered solopreneurs, Ben’s mission is simple: help recruiters level up their careers and businesses through actionable insights, raw conversations, and a community of like-minded professionals.

Based between the U.S. and Bordeaux, France, Ben is also a dad, summit host, and advocate for the future of AI-powered recruiting.